No Canadian should have to choose between paying for prescription drugs and putting food on the table. Unfortunately, many are faced with this impossible decision every day. The Government of Canada recognizes that for many Canadians, the cost of their medication is an additional...
Island residents looking to pursue a career in health care can receive financial assistance to support their training. Through the Licensed Practical Nurse and Paramedic Support Program, the Province will subsidize all tuition costs to licensed practical nursing, primary and...
Honourable Mark McLane Minister of Health and Wellness 4th Floor Shaw North PO Box 2000 Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8 Dear Minister McLane, I am pleased to have you serve as the Minister of Health and Wellness. On April 3, 2023, we were given a mandate by Islanders to continue to...
Primary care providers in Prince Edward Island can now easily access specialists in Nova Scotia to discuss patient care through an expansion of the Virtual Hallway online consultation platform, further improving patient care for Islanders and potentially reducing the need for out...
The Government of Canada is committed to working with provinces and territories to modernize Canada’s public health care system and adapt to the changing needs of Canadians. To strengthen Canada’s universal public health care system, Budget 2023 highlighted the Government of...
Island residents can now receive three additional assessments through participating community pharmacies across Prince Edward Island. The permanent Pharmacy Plus PEI program now includes assessment for hormonal contraception, impetigo, and shingles. “Pharmacy Plus PEI provides...
The Chief Public Health Office is warning Islanders of the presence of a blue–green algae bloom in Black Pond, Souris, Prince Edward Island. Blue-green algae may form scum on the surface of freshwater ponds or lakes and can cause skin rashes and irritation of the eyes of swimmers...